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Other Tourist Scams in Sapporo, Japan
Timeshares, fake police, charity fraud, and miscellaneous scams targeting visitors. Below are the other scams scams reported in Sapporo — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Kyoto, Beijing, and Shanghai.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Other Scams Scams
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Total in Sapporo
How it works
Scammers place counterfeit QR codes over official payment QR codes on restaurant tables or in food courts. When tourists scan and enter card details, their payment information is stolen. This scam has grown across Japan.
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10 total warnings across all categories